Local schools added environmental science classes to their middle school curriculum

A supermarket chain reduced food waste by donating unsold items to food banksA study found that reading to young children improves their language development

The military conducted rescue operations in areas affected by a hurricaneA snowstorm led to the cancellation of hundreds of flights across the countryA tech company announced it will hire 1000 new employees in the next year

Local authorities opened a new recycling center to promote waste reductionThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying poverty alleviation

A fast-food chain announced it will reduce sodium levels in its menu items

Researchers found that spending time in gardens can reduce anxiety in adultsThe local zoo planned to build a new habitat for endangered animals

A new study indicated that listening to music while exercising improves performanceThe city hosted an international sports event attracting athletes from many countries

Scientists found a new planet that may have the conditions to support lifeThe government invested in the development of wind and solar energy projects

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• ·A new report showed renewable energy now makes up 35% of the country’s total energy production
• ·A community garden donated 100 pounds of green beans to a local food bank
• ·The country’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.8% in October
• ·Theater group puts on production of classic play with modern adaptation
• ·A photographer hosted an exhibition of their work at a local gallery that ran for two weeks
• ·Researchers announced a breakthrough in battery technology with a new design that charges electric vehicles in 13 minutes
• ·A study revealed that students who read for pleasure have higher vocabulary skills
• ·Study shows that adding turmeric to meals has anti inflammatory benefits
• ·Newspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this year
• ·Movie theater offers family matinees with cheap tickets
• ·The government released a report showing a 18% reduction in air pollution in major cities
• ·Pet store expands selection of natural pet foods and eco friendly toys
• ·Scientists develop new vaccine to protect against animal borne illnesses
• ·Researchers at a university found that listening to classical music can improve focus and productivity in students during study sessions.
• ·Researchers discovered that plants respond to sound waves by growing faster
• ·A tech company unveiled a new augmented reality tool for classroom learning